1949 Morris Minor vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Passat |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |